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Canapé recipes


This section features various canapé recipes. These dishes include small snacks, consumed without cutlery. Canapes are served as on skewers, and laid out on some basis: crackers, tartlets, sliced fruits and vegetables. Our recipes are created by professional chefs and include detailed preparation instructions and photographs of the finished dishes.




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Antipasto in lettuce bowlsViews: 2,588

The beauty of this appetizer is that it doesn't require any cooking! All you need are room-temperature ingredients: deli meats, cheeses, vegetables, and some lettuce, and you'll have...

salami, mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese, soppressata, peppadew peppers, olives, wine vinegar, basil...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 16 Caloric content: 119
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Mini sandwiches with meatballs, fries, and picklesViews: 3 239

"I don't know about you, but I've completely given up slider buns. They're so boring compared to waffle fries," admits Ree Drummond. She makes her miniature cheeseburgers without...

French fries, ground beef, tomatoes, pickled cucumber, processed cheese, lemon pepper...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 464
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Bruschetta with tomatoes and prosciuttoViews: 1,021

A light salad of sweet, ripe tomatoes with garlic, basil, olives, and Parmesan cheese, served with crispy prosciutto slices on garlic toast for a delicious Italian-style appetizer. It...

Cherry tomatoes, dry-cured ham, toast, garlic, Kalamata olives, basil...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 408
26 Appetizer Recipes for a Large Group

26 Appetizer Recipes for a Large Group

Start your next weekend with an impressive selection of small bites.

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Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Crab MeatViews: 1,045
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Considering the filling for these stuffed peppers is made with real crab meat, Manchego cheese, and fresh herbs, this appetizer won't last long on the table. Drizzled with homemade...

Piquillo pepper, crab meat, aioli sauce, sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Manchego cheese, sherry vinegar, paprika...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 247
Author: - chef
Bruschetta with Gorgonzola and HoneyViews: 1,452

Creamy, salty Gorgonzola pairs beautifully with honey in Giada De Laurentiis's elegant dessert version of bruschetta. Lightly bake the bruschetta with the cheese to soften the Gorgonzola, drizzle with...

Gorgonzola cheese, honey, toast...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 709
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Bruschetta with shrimp saladViews: 1 120

Geoffrey Zakarian's Shrimp Bruschetta is an elegant appetizer perfect for any holiday, bachelorette party, or buffet. He adds poached shrimp to a mignonette sauce made from...

Shrimp, toast, shallots, cucumbers, Fresno peppers, wine vinegar, mint, cilantro...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12 Caloric content: 54
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Bruschetta with sausage and tomatoes in the ovenViews: 1,536

Use leftover hot dog buns to make these bruschettas, a simple, inexpensive appetizer for at-home parties. Duff Goldman spreads the buns with a soft, herbed cheese, sprinkles...

tomatoes, boursin cheese, parmesan cheese, salami, basil, toast, hamburger buns...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 536
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Bruschetta with cheese and cold meatsViews: 1,365
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Valerie Bertinelli makes bruschetta inspired by the muffuletta, a classic New Orleans sandwich topped with several Italian cheeses and deli meats, including salami and mortadella. Each serving...

Capicola, mortadella, olives, toast, salami, basil, oregano, wine vinegar...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 40 Caloric content: 140
31 Easy Appetizer Recipes for Any Occasion

31 Easy Appetizer Recipes for Any Occasion

Whether you're making cocktails for your friends or hosting a grand dinner party, these little appetizers are sure to impress your guests.

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Pear appetizer in baconViews: 873

Pears are poached in grappa, an Italian grape brandy, and acquire a spicy sweetness that is perfectly complemented by zesty fresh arugula and salty pieces of Italian speck ham. Appetizer...

Pears, dry-cured ham, arugula, white wine, red pepper flakes, cloves, rosemary, orange zest...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 24
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Baked clams in "Casino" shellsViews: 661

This appetizer consists of clams in their half shells, baked under a layer of breadcrumbs with bacon and sweet peppers. It's named "Casino" after the hotel of the same name in...

shellfish, white wine, breadcrumbs, bell pepper, shallots, bacon, chives, garlic...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 150
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Bruschetta with roasted asparagus, goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoesViews: 993

Jeff Mauro makes his spring bruschetta with toasted Italian bread, goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, and grilled asparagus, drizzled with balsamic vinegar. Instead of vinegar...

Sourdough bread, goat cheese, toast, sun-dried tomatoes, asparagus, garlic...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 327
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Bruschetta with ricotta, tomatoes and hot honeyViews: 894
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Giada De Laurentiis seasons classic tomato bruschetta with homemade spicy honey, made from Calabrian chili paste, honey, and a pinch of salt. Leftover spicy honey can be used in...

Ciabatta bread, ricotta cheese, toast, cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil, Calabrian pepper (pasta), honey...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 381
Bruschetta with marinated vegetables, cheese and garlicViews: 823

Molly Yeh gives bruschetta a more vibrant flavor by adding a traditional antipasti ingredient—giardiniera, Italian pickled vegetables with a distinctly tart, spicy flavor. She slices a loaf...

White bread, provolone cheese, giardiniera, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, oregano, basil, garlic...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 357
Bruschetta with ricotta, baked eggplant and tomatoesViews: 2,419

These bruschettas are a unique and sophisticated toast. Savory toasted bread rubbed with garlic, creamy ricotta, sweet honey-roasted tomatoes, and smoky eggplant on...

Eggplant, grape tomatoes, white bread, toast, ricotta cheese, garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, honey...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 239
17 Amazing Appetizers for a New Year's Eve Party

17 Amazing Appetizers for a New Year's Eve Party

Start your New Year's Eve party with some fantastic appetizers.

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Stuffed eggs for the holiday tableViews: 1,013

Deviled eggs are a classic appetizer that will brighten up any celebration. They're easy to make, all the ingredients are readily available and inexpensive, and they look impressive, especially when you pipe the filling...

eggs, mustard powder, chives, parsley, tarragon, paprika...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
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Taco bowlsViews: 1,234

Surprise your guests with a unique way to serve tacos – in edible tortilla bowls. You'll need a standard metal muffin pan. Insert the tortillas and bake until...

Lettuce, carrots, lime, cilantro, tortilla, red onion, apple cider vinegar, bay leaf, chili pepper, pickled onion, sausage...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 818
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Crostini with tapenadeViews: 1 163

These stunning Mediterranean-style crostini will be a hit at your next party. The homemade tapenade is made with a blend of green and black olives and sweet peppers.

bell peppers, kalamata olives, pesto sauce, tapenade (olive paste), toast...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 24 Caloric content: 123
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Tangy Meatballs and Cilantro RaitaViews: 579

These juicy, flavorful meatballs are a delicious combination of ground beef, yogurt, chutney, breadcrumbs, and spices, creating a tandoori-inspired flavor. Serve...

minced beef, meatballs, curry, paprika, chutney sauce, tamarind, lettuce, cucumbers...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 258
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Toasts with Taleggio cheese and aromatic butterViews: 528

Make a sweet cherry tomato chutney, a South Indian favorite, and serve as an appetizer on toasted baguette slices with a slice of melting taleggio cheese. The chutney's sweet and spicy flavor...

Cherry tomatoes, toast, taleggio cheese, mustard seed, cumin, chutney sauce...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 15 Caloric content: 117
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Sweet and hot stuffed peppersViews: 525
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Canapés with miniature stuffed peppers are an appetizer for any occasion, whether a holiday or a casual house party. Their sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of tartness pairs perfectly with alcoholic drinks...

chili pepper, cream cheese, mango, lime zest, plantain...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 50 Caloric content: 82
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Sweet Onion TartletsViews: 676

These savory tartlets are a stunning appetizer for any holiday or house party. The shortcrust pastry bases are filled with caramelized fried onions, topped with a beaten egg, and...

Shortcrust pastry, Vidalia onions, Italian seasonings...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 24 Caloric content: 120
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Sweet and Spicy Asian MeatballsViews: 604

These sweet and spicy Asian meatballs are served as an appetizer on skewers. Fry them until crispy, then pierce each one with a skewer or toothpick, dip in chili sauce, and roll in...

meatballs, fish sauce, chili sauce...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: hard Servings: 8 Caloric content: 348
Author: - chef
Sandwich rollsViews: 654

Although these rolls don't contain rice or fish and taste more like sandwiches, they're still fun to make, especially with kids. Giada De Laurentiis presented two variations – prosciutto and...

Whole grain bread, carrots, green beans, mascarpone cheese, turkey, prosciutto...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 338
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Ricotta Pesto ToastViews: 711
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Looking for an appetizer that will please all your guests? A sure-fire option for any occasion: these ricotta toasts with homemade pesto. Compared to store-bought pesto, homemade pesto is much more...

Toast, ricotta cheese, pesto sauce, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, basil...
Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 Caloric content: 239
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Puff Pastry Crackers with Spiced ChickpeasViews: 696

These delicious crackers are made with store-bought salt dough. To ensure they're flat, even, and crispy, they need to be baked with a second baking sheet on top. Crackers baked this way...

Chickpeas, puff pastry, tamarind, serrano pepper, lemon juice, cilantro, red onion, cumin...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 16 Caloric content: 72
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Stuffed tomatoes with blue cheeseViews: 649

This simple, one-bite appetizer will captivate all your guests. Grape tomatoes stuffed with blue cheese, bacon, and green onions require no baking and are served fresh. The key touch is the spicy...

grape tomatoes, cream cheese, honey, bacon...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 122
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Deviled eggs with blue cheeseViews: 581

Hot sauce and blue cheese give deviled eggs a zesty, Buffalo-style flavor. Before stuffing, soak the egg whites briefly in hot sauce and mash the blue cheese...

eggs, blue cheese, hot sauce, celery...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Miniature Dinner

Miniature Dinner

Less is more when it comes to dinner, which can be filled with a rich palette of interesting flavors.

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Stuffed Shishito PeppersViews: 447

Shishito peppers are a great appetizer for a house party. They're the perfect size and easy to eat without utensils. Fill each one with salty, nutty Manchego cheese, wrap each...

Shishito pepper, jamon ham, Manchego cheese...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 10 Caloric content: 87
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Stuffed Piquillo PeppersViews: 620

Small Spanish snacks, also known as tapas, are served with wine or beer when guests drop by, as well as in many bars in Spain. Marinated piquillo peppers filled with goat cheese and cheese...

piquillo pepper, goat cheese, honey, lemon zest, paprika, sherry vinegar...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 14 Caloric content: 141
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Italian Stuffed PeppersViews: 580

Marinated Peppadew peppers are filled with rolled soppressata slices, basil, and blue cheese for a delicious Italian-style appetizer that pairs perfectly with wine. Add...

peppadew pepper, soppressata, basil, blue cheese...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 24 Caloric content: 66
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Peppadew Stuffed PeppersViews: 673

For a quick and delicious appetizer, fill marinated Peppadew peppers with soft, herbed goat cheese, piping it with a pastry bag. If you don't have a pastry bag, use a regular plastic bag...

peppadew pepper, goat cheese...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 24 Caloric content: 42
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Steak towersViews: 315

These miniature towers are made with cucumber slices, which make a great substitute for tartlets, making for a low-calorie appetizer. Pipe a savory cheese cream onto the cucumbers, add...

beef, cucumbers, cream cheese, basil, mint...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 221
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Pumpkin Tartlets with Kale PestoViews: 519

These delicious puff pastry tartlets with roasted pumpkin, pesto, and melty cheese are a perfect treat for any holiday. The kale, pecan, and roasted garlic pesto sauce can be made...

Kabocha squash, pecans, coconut oil, phyllo dough, kale...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 30 Caloric content: 40
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Spring crostini with green peas, ricotta, and fava beansViews: 539

"When fava beans are in season, there's nothing more delicious! The combination of fava beans and a creamy, cheesy green pea spread makes for a perfect appetizer," says Anne Burrell. Top spring crostini with...

Peas, toast, flaked sea salt, fava beans, ricotta cheese, lemon zest, mint...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12 Caloric content: 150
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Canapes with wild mushrooms and wild boar meatViews: 576

For your next party, make these miniature sandwiches that will captivate your guests with their combination of flavors. Pumpernickel slices are served with wild boar sausage, fried wild...

mushrooms, wild boar, black bread, chili pepper...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
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Spicy sausage balls made from kupatyViews: 508

These sausage balls are the perfect combination of cheese, meat, and biscuit. To make them, you'll need a dry mix for making scones or potato pancakes. Mix it in equal parts with...

kupaty (fried sausages), cheddar cheese, premium flour, garlic powder...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 38 Caloric content: 123
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Sweet and spicy beef with pineappleViews: 795

Beef tenderloin pieces simmered in a sweet and spicy Asian sauce with pineapple and onions creates a juicy, delicious appetizer for any occasion. This recipe is suitable for both the slow cooker and...

beef, pineapple, Asian sweet and spicy sauce...
Time: 3 hours 10 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 196
Snacks on a stick

Snacks on a stick

Party appetizers are even more fun when served on a stick!

Cheese Party Appetizers: Cheeseballs and Cheese Logs

Cheese Party Appetizers: Cheeseballs and Cheese Logs

Having guests? These delicious appetizers are easy to serve—and even easier to eat.

Wedding appetizers served in spoons

Wedding appetizers served in spoons

Borrow an idea from wedding caterers and serve appetizers on spoons! Whether you're planning a wedding or hosting a party

7 Cheese Cracker Appetizers

7 Cheese Cracker Appetizers

Cheese crackers—a favorite part of the lunchbox and a treat in grandma's kitchen—are one of the most wonderful snacks in the world. The classic combination doesn't


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